PeopleSoft SAS/HRMS Implementation
Quarterly Report
October-December 1999
During this quarter, difficulties have
continued where particular processes require complex data integration,
i.e., where the system draws data from different modules to complete the
required function. Human Resources implementation has been largely
concerned with refining the payroll module and ancillary services.
Problems in account distribution, payroll and leave balances, and interface
with benefits providers have taken team energy and time, but delivery of
accurate, timely W2 forms is expected at the end of January. On the
Student Administration side, Student Financials and Financial Aid processes
in particular have required unexpected additional work because of unresolved
issues in the delivered product, and Project ORION team members have worked
with unusual dedication to complete the work in a timely and effective
way.
The support of the campus community and
project sponsors continues to be an important element of project success.
Comments and concerns about these matters and about Project ORION in general
can be directed to the Project
Management Team.
Milestones since September 1999
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Prepared for and installed software upgrade
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Opened Web applications for course catalog,
course schedule, and student schedules
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Implemented system modules
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Online registration (SA)
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Epos "TouchTone" registration access (SA)
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Installed new Financial Aid regulations software
and updates
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Previewed and developed implementation plan
for ORION II (Financials)
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Continued payroll implementation and payroll
records maintenance
- Completed Y2K preparation and roll over
- Completed move to new server
- Processed first Adjustments and Reversal through system
- Successfully completed Benefit's Open Enrollment for new year
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Continued end user training
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Continued planning, design, and data conversion
activities to implement systems
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Continued system security analysis and identification
for end users' needs
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Continued software development and technical
adjustments to operating platform to accommodate Touchtone/IVR, Web forms
and access, and general system improvements
Activities for January-March 2000:
- Prepare for and print first W2s from the new system
- Complete Year-End processing
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Prepare for and install software version 7.6
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Continue development of applicant tracking
module
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Install new versions of Financial Aid regulations
software
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Implement course grades and transcripts module
for 2000S grades reporting
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Continue planning for ORION II (Financials)
implementation
Posted 01/12/00